If going to Pakistan is not a crime then what is it? Himant Sarma called Gaurav Gogoi a foreign agent

News India Live, Digital Desk: Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi The war of words has now reached a new and sharp turn. CM Sarma has made a direct attack on Gaurav Gogoi, calling him an ‘agent of foreign powers’. The controversy started when Gaurav Gogoi gave a statement on Pakistan visit and references related to it, to which the Chief Minister has expressed strong objection.

Root of controversy: Statement on ‘Pakistan’ and ‘Agent’ Chief Minister Sarma, during a press conference, targeted Gaurav Gogoi’s old statements and stance. He said that those who are soft towards anti-India forces or speak their language are compromising the interests of the state and the country.

Sarma sarcastically asked, “If going to Pakistan and lobbying there does not come under the category of crime, then what is the definition of crime?” He alleged that Gogoi’s behavior does not seem like that of an Indian MP, but like that of a foreign agent.

Sharp attacks from CM Sarma:

Nationalism vs Appeasement: Himanta Sarma accused Congress of indulging in appeasement politics and said that leaders like Gaurav Gogoi are compromising national security and dignity only to please a certain section.

Allegations of foreign connections: The Chief Minister hinted that Gogoi’s international contacts and his statements could be part of a larger conspiracy to damage India’s image.

Identity of Assam: Linking it to the identity of Assam, Sarma said that the people of the state recognize such ‘agents’ who give priority to interests outside the country.

Gaurav Gogoi’s counterattack Although Gaurav Gogoi has completely rejected these allegations, this ‘agent’ label of Himanta Sarma has created a stir in the politics of Assam. Congress supporters say that the Chief Minister is playing the ‘Pakistan’ and ‘patriotism’ card to divert attention from the real issues (like unemployment and development).

Impact on upcoming elections? Political experts believe that this aggressive stance of Himanta Sarma can intensify polarization in the coming elections. BJP is trying to capitalize on this issue to present itself as a staunch nationalist and Congress as a party with ‘suspicious’ ideology.